Beginning his career, from 2011 to 2012, Durk released his debut, un-official mixtape, I’m a Hitta which was released on August 26, 2011. On April 3, 2012, Durk released his sophomore mixtape, a sequel to his previous tape, I’m Still a Hitta. Durka later released his third mixtape on November 5, 2012, titled Life Ain’t No Joke
Like many drill artists, Durk’s early career was plagued with legal issues and accusations of violence. These issues eventually led to his shows being canceled.
From 2013 to 2015 Durk released a total of four projects, three mixtapes, and an album. October 10, 2013, marked the release of the first Signed to the Streets, one of Durk’s most notable mixtapes and the start of a series. In the summer of 2014, specifically July 4, Durk released a sequel to Signed to the Streets and released Signed to the Streets 2 featuring his “What You Do to Me”.
2015 would be an enormous year for Lil Durk as in July 2015, Durk released his debut studio album, Remember My Name which featured his Jeremih-assisted “Like Me.” Later that year, Durk released his sixth mixtape 300 Days 300 Nights which included his then-girlfriend, Dej Loaf-assisted, “My Beyoncé.”
From 2016 to 2017, Durk released a total of four solo projects and one collaborative project. On July 22, 2016, Durk released his sophomore studio album, Lil Durk 2X accompanied by features such as Future, Young Thug, Yo Gotti and more. Ending the year, Durk released They Forgot, his seventh mixtape.
Beginning 2017, in February, Durk released his seventh mixtape, Love Songs for the Streets, which is deemed as one of his most notable projects including features from Moneybagg Yo and YFN Lucci. Later that year in August, Durk released a collaborative EP with Lil Reese titled Supa Vultures; the project included his “Nobody Knows”. On October 19, 2017, Durk carried on with his Signed to the Streets series with the highly anticipated Signed to the Streets 2.5. The mixtape included the start of yet another song series titled “India” dedicated to his fiancé India Cox otherwise known as India Royale.
In 2018, Durk released two projects, he began with Just Cause Y'all Waited, Durk’s highest-charting mixtape peaking at #57 on the Billboard 200. Durk then released a sequel to Love Songs for the Streets titled Love Songs 4 the Streets 2. Durk was extremely successful prior to this album, however, many say that this exact album broke Durk into the mainstream rap industry as it had been his first project to chart in the top 10 of the Billboard 200.
2020 was an even better year for Lil Durk as he released his almost chart-topping Just Cause Y’all Waited 2 which peaked at #2 on the Billboard 200. It was later followed up with a deluxe.
The scars of violence run deep in Durk’s discography, particularly arising from the loss of OTF members Nunu (Nuski) and King Von at the hands of gunfire. Both artists are commemorated on his album The Voice, for which a deluxe version was released in 2021.
Anointing himself as the voice of the streets, Durk followed up this project with the release of the collaborative album The Voice of the Heroes with Lil Baby which brought the Chicago native artist his first #1 album.
Marking his first solo #1 album, in March 2022, Lil Durk released a melodramatic take on the deaths of his loved ones through an album titled 7220. The album became Durk’s first solo project to top the charts.
Treacherous
Lil Durk Lyrics
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When I talk, I like to talk to souls
Drop that shit
Knife in my back, hit a artery
Home invasion to a robbery
And I told you, give me honesty
You filed my taxes, got me audited
You wanna fake 'cause you ain't start with me
I said sorry but you started it
You confused, you can't hang with us
I put the dope in a Ziploc
They stole my style, wow
What the fuck happened to hip-hop?
Free Sheety, he gave me the Crip walk
My brothers addicted to stick talk
The J's addicted to fentanyl
I count up a check, I got big talk
Forty-one M on a wrist watch
Careers be goin' on a rapture
Frontier was hurting my back
I was dyin', now I'm flyin' private
I put my gang over the whole mob
I told them niggas I'm biased
Black truck came with a drive through
My name, it came with the violence
My name, it come with the fire
My name, it come with the sirens
My niggas got grills like Pyrex
Kid drill was a fire fighter
On the corner, we was fightin' fire
In Chicago, I was at a rival
Gettin' picked up in a Stryker
You can tell that I don't like you
You can tell I'm gon' try you
Yeah, this for the savages
This for the savages, this for the savages
This shit treacherous
This shit treacherous, this shit treacherous
This for the savages
This for the savages, this for the savages
This shit treacherous
This shit treacherous, this shit treacherous
You don't know what the fame took
Ain't been on the land in like two years
Why they got me in the gang book?
But I ride with the same hood
And this money won't change nothin'
Told bro, open the lane for me
Don't give up my name, beloved
You fuckin' a lame, beloved
Her rib got my name above it
Kiss Bernice on the cheek, I'm bogus for it, sorry
And I be takin' narcotics
A big shoot out on Cottage
Dropped out, ain't make it to college
I'm not no good role model
I like take care of my toddler
Send money to jail for my partners
You don't think I'm a a major artist
Even though I got plaques and charted
Swallow crack, I had to vomit
Gotta do it 'cause the police comin'
I'm from where it's rainin' bullets
Nasty hoes don't wear condoms
Where the street niggas support your talent
Where the street niggas say you valid
California Queen from a pallet
And I had to get full off a salad
From the home of the gangsters
You ain't never say thank you
Only The Family, the label
I went to school for the cable
This for the savages
This for the savages, this for the savages
This shit treacherous
This shit treacherous, this shit treacherous
This for the savages
This for the savages, this for the savages
This shit treacherous
This shit treacherous, this shit treacherous
In Lil Durk's song "Treacherous," he expresses the betrayal he feels from those who he thought were his friends. He talks about being stabbed in the back, both figuratively and literally, and being robbed by someone he trusted. Durk also touches on the theme of loyalty, emphasizing that he puts his gang above everything else and that he will always remain true to them.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "this shit treacherous" several times, highlighting the untrustworthiness that Durk has experienced in his life. He also references his struggles with addiction and poverty and the challenges that come with trying to make a name for himself in the music industry. Despite all of this, he remains committed to his rap label, Only The Family, and promises to take care of his loved ones, sending money to his friends in jail and taking care of his toddler.
Overall, "Treacherous" is a raw and emotional song that speaks to Lil Durk's experiences with betrayal and loyalty. He speaks candidly about his struggles with addiction and poverty while also highlighting his commitment to his friends and his music career.
Line by Line Meaning
Chase Davis on the beat, yeah
Shoutout to the producer of the song
When I talk, I like to talk to souls
I like to speak honestly and connect with people on a deeper level
Drop that shit
Start the song
Knife in my back, hit a artery
Betrayal from someone close has really hurt me
Home invasion to a robbery
I've experienced terrible crimes in my past
And I told you, give me honesty
I expect truth and honesty from those around me
You filed my taxes, got me audited
You screwed me over and made things worse for me
You hang with them, I don't want part of it
I don't want to be associated with people who are untrustworthy or fake
You wanna fake 'cause you ain't start with me
You're pretending to be someone you're not because you didn't come from the same background as me
I said sorry but you started it
I apologized, but you were the one who caused the problem in the first place
You confused, you can't hang with us
You don't know where you belong and you can't handle being a part of our group
I put the dope in a Ziploc
I store my drugs in a plastic baggie
They stole my style, wow
Other artists copied my unique style and it bothers me
What the fuck happened to hip-hop?
I'm disappointed in how the rap industry has changed over time
Free Sheety, he gave me the Crip walk
I'm showing support for a friend who is in jail and also appreciating his contribution to our gang's culture
My brothers addicted to stick talk
My friends are obsessed with talking about their weapons and violent actions
The J's addicted to fentanyl
Some members of my gang are addicted to a dangerous drug
I count up a check, I got big talk
I feel confident and boastful because I've made a lot of money
Forty-one M on a wrist watch
I spent a lot of money on an expensive watch
Careers be goin' on a rapture
Careers of other rappers are ending or fading away
Frontier was hurting my back
I suffered a lot of pain and hardship earlier in my career
I was dyin', now I'm flyin' private
I've come a long way and now enjoy luxurious travel
I put my gang over the whole mob
My loyalty to my gang is stronger than my loyalty to any larger organization
I told them niggas I'm biased
I'm upfront about my personal biases and preferences
Black truck came with a drive through
I was involved in a shooting or some other violent crime while in a black truck
My name, it came with the violence
I'm known for being involved in violent incidents
My name, it come with the fire
My reputation is due to my intense passion and drive
My name, it come with the sirens
My reputation is built on being involved in criminal activity and attracting the attention of the police
My niggas got grills like Pyrex
My friends have shiny and expensive dental jewelry
Kid drill was a fire fighter
A member of my gang used to work as a firefighter
On the corner, we was fightin' fire
We were involved in violent confrontations and attacks in our neighborhood
In Chicago, I was at a rival
I was involved in gang warfare in my hometown of Chicago
Gettin' picked up in a Stryker
I was transported by a military vehicle used for medical emergencies due to my involvement in violence
You can tell that I don't like you
I don't hold back when I don't like someone
You can tell I'm gon' try you
I won't hesitate to confront someone who has caused me problems
Yeah, this for the savages
This song is for people like me who have experienced difficult and violent situations
This shit treacherous
Life can be dangerous and unpredictable
You don't know what the fame took
You can't understand how difficult and overwhelming fame can be
Ain't been on the land in like two years
I've been constantly on the move and haven't spent time in one place in a while
Why they got me in the gang book?
I'm frustrated that law enforcement is targeting me and my gang
But I ride with the same hood
I remain loyal to my hometown and the people I grew up with
And this money won't change nothin'
Money can't change my true identity and where I came from
Told bro, open the lane for me
I've asked a friend to help me succeed in the music industry
Don't give up my name, beloved
Don't betray my trust by sharing my personal information
You fuckin' a lame, beloved
You're in a relationship with someone who's not worth your time or respect
Her rib got my name above it
I've marked someone as belonging to me and no one else
Kiss Bernice on the cheek, I'm bogus for it, sorry
I feel guilty for cheating on someone named Bernice
And I be takin' narcotics
I regularly use drugs
A big shoot out on Cottage
There was a major gunfight on a street named Cottage
Dropped out, ain't make it to college
I didn't finish my education and go to college
I'm not no good role model
I don't believe I'm a positive influence for others
I like take care of my toddler
I prioritize taking care of my child
Send money to jail for my partners
I provide financial support for my friends who are incarcerated
You don't think I'm a major artist
Some don't believe I've achieved significant success in the music industry
Even though I got plaques and charted
Despite receiving awards and charting with my music, some people still doubt my success
Swallow crack, I had to vomit
I had a bad experience using crack cocaine and had to throw up
Gotta do it 'cause the police comin'
I'm rushing to dispose of drugs or evidence because the police are nearby
I'm from where it's rainin' bullets
My hometown is known for gun violence
Nasty hoes don't wear condoms
I'm criticizing people who don't practice safe sex
Where the street niggas support your talent
Despite living a life of crime, some people in my community are supportive of my success in music
Where the street niggas say you valid
People in my neighborhood recognize my authenticity and experiences in my music
California Queen from a pallet
I've had romantic relationships with women from different backgrounds and regions of the US
And I had to get full off a salad
I had to eat a large amount of healthy food to feel satisfied
Only The Family, the label
I'm promoting my record label, Only The Family
I went to school for the cable
I studied to work in the television industry
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Brian Patrick Carroll, Durk D. Banks, Julian C. Davis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Youn Lo
[Intro]
Chase Davis on the beat, yeah
When I talk, I like to talk to souls
Drop that shit
[Verse 1]
Knife in my back, hit a artery
Home invasion to a robbery
And I told you, give me honesty
You filed my taxes, got me audited
You hang with them, I don't want part of it
You wanna fake 'cause you ain't start with me
I said sorry but you started it
You confused, you can't hang with us
I put the dope in a Ziploc
They stole my style, wow
What the fuck happened to hip-hop?
Free Sheety, he gave me the Crip walk
My brothers addicted to stick talk
The J's addicted to fentanyl
I count up a check, I got big talk
41 M on a wrist watch
Careers be goin' on a rapture
Frontier was hurting my back
I was dyin', now I'm flyin' private
I put my gang over the whole mob, I told them niggas I'm biased
Black truck came with a drive through
My name, it came with the violence
My name, it come with the violence
My name, it come with the sirens
My niggas got grills like Pyrex
Kid drill was a fire fighter
On the corner, we was fightin' fire
In Chicago, I was at a rival
Gettin' picked up in a Stryker
You can tell that I don't like you
You can tell I'm gon' try you
Youn Lo
[Chorus]
Yeah, this for the savages
This for the savages, this for the savages
This shit treacherous
This shit treacherous, this shit treacherous
This for the savages
This for the savages, this for the savages
This shit treacherous
This shit treacherous, this shit treacherous
[Verse 2]
You don't know what the fame took
Ain't been on the land in like two years
Why they got me in the gang book?
But I ride with the same hood
And this money won't change nothin'
Told bro, open the lane for me
Don't give up my name, beloved
You fuckin' a lame, beloved
Her rib got my name above it
Kiss Bernice on the cheek, I'm bogus for it (Sorry)
And I be takin' narcotics
A big shoot out on Cottage
Dropped out, ain't make it to college
I'm not no good role model
I like to take care of my toddler
Send money to jail for my partners
You don't think I'm a a major artist
Even though I got plaques and charted
Swallow crack, I had to vomit
Gotta do it 'cause the police comin'
I'm from where it's rainin' bullets
Nasty hoes don't wear condoms
Where the street niggas support your talent
Where the street niggas say you valid
California Queen from a pallet
And I had to get full of a salad
From the home of the gangsters
You ain't never say thank you
Only The Family, the label
I went to school for the cable
Steven B
Chase Davis on the beat, yeah
When I talk, I like to talk to souls
Drop that shit
Knife in my back, hit a artery
Home invasion to a robbery
And I told you, give me honesty
You filed my taxes, got me audited
You hang with them, I don't want part of it
You wanna fake 'cause you ain't start with me
I said sorry but you started it
You confused, you can't hang with us
I put the dope in a Ziploc
They stole my style, wow
What the fuck happened to hip-hop?
Free Sheety, he gave me the Crip walk
My brothers addicted to stick talk
The J's addicted to fentanyl
I count up a check, I got big talk
Forty-one M on a wrist watch
Careers be goin' on a rapture
Frontier was hurting my back
I was dyin', now I'm flyin' private
I put my gang over the whole mob
I told them niggas I'm biased
Black truck came with a drive through
My name, it came with the violence
My name, it come with the fire
My name, it come with the sirens
My niggas got grills like Pyrex
Kid drill was a fire fighter
On the corner, we was fightin' fire
In Chicago, I was at a rival
Gettin' picked up in a Stryker
You can tell that I don't like you
You can tell I'm gon' try you
Yeah, this for the savages
This for the savages, this for the savages
This shit treacherous
This shit treacherous, this shit treacherous
This for the savages
This for the savages, this for the savages
This shit treacherous
This shit treacherous, this shit treacherous
You don't know what the fame took
Ain't been on the land in like two years
Why they got me in the gang book?
But I ride with the same hood
And this money won't change nothin'
Told bro, open the lane for me
Don't give up my name, beloved
You fuckin' a lame, beloved
Her rib got my name above it
Kiss Bernice on the cheek, I'm bogus for it, sorry
And I be takin' narcotics
A big shoot out on Cottage
Dropped out, ain't make it to college
I'm not no good role model
I like take care of my toddler
Send money to jail for my partners
You don't think I'm a a major artist
Even though I got plaques and charted
Swallow crack, I had to vomit
Gotta do it 'cause the police comin'
I'm from where it's rainin' bullets
Nasty hoes don't wear condoms
Where the street niggas support your talent
Where the street niggas say you valid
California Queen from a pallet
And I had to get full off a salad
From the home of the gangsters
You ain't never say thank you
Only The Family, the label
I went to school for the cable
This for the savages
This for the savages, this for the savages
This shit treacherous
This shit treacherous, this shit treacherous
This for the savages
This for the savages, this for the savages
This shit treacherous
This shit treacherous, this shit treacherous
PIGM$LA
Still one of his best songs💯
Prince Nwokocha
No cap. For me it’s his best song till date !
Trayvious Dunn
This was a great introdcution. Lil durk got me through a tramatic time.
skitz Oh
I feel that man.
peepeepoopoo check
sameeee. idk but he helped me so much through my suicidal point frfr. he made me feel sum i can’t explain
Nathan Flanagan
Felt that
Will Woodfin
Dude got real talent and he’s really talking about something really hard to find in the rap game now.
Ricardo Andrews
Thank you bro o appreciate your music I relate to you your talent is off the charts you speak on whit I feel and been through I turn you up every day it gets me through 💯
Baby Girl
Speaking to the soul 👌👌👌 #OTF 💥💥💥
QuickGutta2212
You really can feel Durk pain real shit if individuals dont understand the lyrics clean yo ears out no cap💪🏿🙏